As the holiday season approaches, there’s a special magic in the air, and this year, the Inn at the Presidio is adding an extra touch of enchantment with its spectacular 2023 hotel refresh. Just in time for Christmas, the iconic hotel has undergone a stunning transformation, featuring new bold colors, captivating artwork, and vibrant rugs that promise to elevate the guest experience to new heights.
Condé Nast Traveler Readers’ Choice Awards the Inn and the Lodge #1 Hotels in San Francisco
The Inn and the Lodge at the Presidio have been awarded the #1 position in Condé Nast Traveler Readers’ Choice Top 10 Hotels in San Francisco. The Inn at the Presidio is a small B&B in the Presidio, a 1,500-acre national park at the foot of the Golden Gate Bridge. Walking up to the Inn, it’s hard to believe you’re still in the city, a short walk away from the Marina.
Presidio Lodging | Summer 2026
For many of our loyalty guests, like you, a summer visit to the Inn or the Lodge has become an annual tradition. Summer brings longer days, cool coastal breezes, and plenty of reasons to return to the Presidio.
Spring Awakens in the Presidio
There’s something special about seeing the Presidio change with the seasons. As spring arrives, the park begins to bloom again—longer days, fresh coastal air, and vibrant wildflowers bringing new life to the trails and scenic overlooks that many of our returning guests have come to know and love.
While both hotels are located within San Francisco’s Presidio National Park and share a sense of history, they offer distinctly different experiences in style and setting.
The Inn at the Presidio is an intimate retreat housed in a beautifully restored Georgian Revival building that once served as U.S. Army officers' quarters. With just 22 rooms — most of them spacious suites with fireplaces — the Inn emphasizes historic charm, quiet elegance, and a cozy, residential feel. Guests enjoy complimentary breakfast, evening wine and cheese, and a peaceful forested location.
The Lodge at the Presidio, by contrast, offers a more contemporary "basecamp" experience in the heart of the Main Post. Once Army barracks, it now features modern rooms with sweeping views of the Golden Gate Bridge, San Francisco Bay, or the surrounding parklands. Amenities include complimentary breakfast, wine and cheese receptions, outdoor seating with fire pits, and easy access to trails and nearby attractions.
In short, choose the Inn for a quiet, historic hideaway — or the Lodge for a stylish, centrally located home base for exploring the Presidio.
Check-out is 11am at the Lodge and 12 noon at the Inn, Check-in is 3pm at both hotels
Breakfast is served from 7 am - 10 am Monday - Friday, 7 am - 11 am Saturday & Sunday.
The evening wine & cheese reception is daily from 5 pm to 7 pm.
Presidio Lodging offers a wide array of amenities and services. Learn more about our features & amenities at Inn at the Presidio and Lodge at the Presidio.
Reservations cancelled within 72 hours of arrival will be charged the full amount of the first night’s stay.
Yes, we do welcome our four legged friends for an additional $50 per pet, per stay charge. Please note we do not allow pets to be left unattended in our guest rooms, pet sitting services are available for an additional charge.
Yes, the Inn at the Presidio has two square-foot spaces that accommodate up to 20 people each.
For more information, please visit the Inn's Meetings & Events page.
There are numerous dining options within walking distance of our hotels. Please refer to our dining page.
Presidio Lodging hotels are approximately 16 miles away from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) and 24 miles away from Oakland International Airport (OAK).
Public Transportation is available via BART , Muni , and the free Presidio GO Shuttle . From either airport, hop on BART to the Embarcadero Station . From there, walk to 50 Beale Street to catch the Presidio GO Shuttle and get off at the Presidio Transit Center , which is just a short stroll from both hotels. You may also choose to ride your preferred Muni bus line to reach the Presidio GO Shuttle or Presidio Transit Center.
For more information about getting to the Presidio or around the park, please visit here .
The park has an abundance of self-parking available at close proximity to the hotels. Overnight parking is $13 per night and the charge can be added to your bill
Yes, Presidio Lodging offers gift certificates at both the Inn at the Presidio and the Lodge at Presidio. To purchase a gift certificate, please visit our gift certificates page.
While the hotels do not have dedicated EV charging facilities, there are numerous stations throughout the park. See this map for locations: https://maps.app.goo.gl/tNSBprR58vk7GgWR6
Presidio Lodging is the hospitality brand for Inn at the Presidio and Lodge at the Presidio, two historic boutique hotels located within the Presidio of San Francisco.